Excite Electrics is committed to providing a wide range of electrical services to meet all your needs. Our affordable solutions and competitive prices ensure you receive excellent value for money without compromising on quality. Based in Warana, Queensland, we service the entire Sunshine Coast region, so you can trust us to handle any electrical job, big or small.
To be compliant with government legislation, your property–be it residential or commercial–must have working smoke alarms installed. That’s where the team at Excite Electrics comes in! Our crew install and action smoke alarm upgrades, as well as carry out regular maintenance as required. We travel throughout the Sunshine Coast from Noosa to Caloundra, and anywhere in between.
We are committed to delivering quality service and ensuring customer satisfaction, as reflected in our positive client feedback and customer-focused approach.
Smoke alarms save lives; there’s no secret there.
At Excite Electrics, we’re here to help you adhere to current state and national legislative requirements. It’s super vital that you check your smoke alarms regularly to ensure they’re not faulty.
Our crew ensure smoke alarms are fully functioning and compliant in over 500 properties on the Sunshine Coast. After installation or servicing, we provide a compliance certificate to confirm your property meets all legal requirements.Â
Our qualified electricians can also provide a Certificate of Testing and Compliance after installation of smoke alarms, ensuring peace of mind.
From 1 January 2022, smoke alarms in properties being sold must comply with the correct Australian Standard, be interconnected, and be installed in every bedroom and other key areas of the property.
Homeowners and property managers for trust us for electrical property maintenance, and we’re proud members of Fire Protection Association Australia, Real Estate Institute of Australia, Smoke Alarm Association, and Smokies Australia. All smoke alarm installation and maintenance is performed by qualified electricians with extensive experience in electrical work.
Through our extensive knowledge in the industry, we’ve chosen to align with reputable and high-quality providers such as Emerald Planet and Cavius, who are both owned and operated in Australia and New Zealand, priding themselves on their reliability, low-cost yet premium quality. Professional installation and maintenance are crucial for your family’s safety. Smoke alarms should be replaced every 10 years to maintain their effectiveness and reliability.
Our Sunshine Coast smoke alarm experts are passionate about keeping clients informed as to what their rights and obligations are. Smoke alarms must be updated to meet new legislation by 2027 for owner-occupiers, including the installation of photoelectric, interconnected smoke alarms in all bedrooms.
Tenants:Â It is strongly recommended that you have your smoke alarm professionally tested and cleaned at least every 12 months. Regular smoke alarm inspections and testing smoke alarms are essential to ensure they function correctly and provide maximum safety. Flat batteries should be replaced as quickly as possible. You have the right to insist with property management that your smoke alarm meets legislative standards.
Property managers: Failing to arrange an annual inspection of smoke alarms could mean a major fine or putting the tenants’ life in danger. Prompt attention to smoke alarm issues and ensuring all installed smoke alarms are compliant is essential for safety and legal compliance. Our technicians can give you peace of mind, carrying out all installations, repairs, upgrades and maintenance as needed.
The legislation for all leased residential properties in Queensland has changed, and the safety standard has increased. All leased properties must have smoke alarms upgraded before the 1st January 2022. Leased properties must have been upgraded to meet smoke alarm compliance standards by January 1, 2022. Additionally, all homes sold after January 1, 2022, must meet the new smoke alarm standards to ensure compliance and safety.
From the 1st January 2022, rental properties must comply with the new smoke alarm laws and new smoke alarm legislation in Queensland, which set strict requirements for installation and compliance. From this date, smoke alarms in rental properties must comply with the correct Australian Standard, be interconnected, and be installed in every bedroom and other key areas of the property. By 1 January 2027, owner-occupiers will need to meet the same stringent standards for interconnected alarms in every bedroom and other key areas of the property that landlords and home sellers currently need to meet.
Have smoke alarms installed in every bedroom of the house
Have smoke alarms that are powered either by 240 volts (mains powered alarms) or a 10-year lithium battery
Have interconnected alarms (interconnected smoke alarms) that are linked so that when one alarm is triggered, all alarms sound simultaneously
Have photoelectric smoke alarms rather than ionisation
Ensure smoke alarms comply with the Australian Standards (AS) 3786-2014 to guarantee their effectiveness in detecting smoldering fires
Alarms must be at least 300mm away from a corner or light fitting and 400mm away from an air-conditioning vent or ceiling fan blades
Smoke alarms must be installed on the ceiling, or if on a wall, between 300mm and 500mm from the ceiling.
Choosing the right new smoke alarm is essential for compliance and safety. There are different types of smoke alarms available, including photoelectric, ionization, and interconnected models, so it is important to select alarms that meet the latest requirements.
Smoke alarms require regular inspections, testing, and maintenance to ensure they are functioning correctly. They also require compliance with local safety legislation, which may include professional installation and periodic servicing. Keeping your smoke alarms up to date provides peace of mind and helps protect your home and family.
Properly maintained smoke alarms can provide early warning in the event of a house fire, giving you and your family valuable time to evacuate safely. Ensuring your smoke alarms are in good working order is a critical step in preventing fire-related tragedies.
It is essential to check all the alarms during maintenance or troubleshooting to guarantee comprehensive coverage and safety. Addressing all the alarms ensures that every area of your home is protected, and any issues are identified and resolved promptly.
Most smoke alarms will have a low battery indicator to tell you when the batteries need to be replaced. Generally, it is recommended that you replace the batteries in your smoke alarm at least once a year. You may need to replace them more often if they are not holding a charge well.
If the alarm is chirping intermittently, has reached its expiration date or has signs of physical damage, it could well be faulty. We advise calling Excite’s professional electrician team who specialise in smoke alarm repairs and compliance ASAP.
